How to Pronounce Mesmerism

To pronounce "mesmerism", say MESM-er-ism — 3 syllables, IPA /ˈmɛzməˌɹɪzəm/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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/ˈmɛzməˌɹɪzəm/

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💡 Tip for remembering “mesmerism”

"mesmerism" has 3 syllables: mesm-er-ism. It rhymes with altruism and skepticism, if that helps it stick.

What does mesmerism mean?

noun

  1. The method or power of gaining control over someone's personality or actions, as in hypnosis or suggestion.
  2. The state induced by hypnotic methods (especially that of Mesmer himself).

Words that rhyme with mesmerism

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

altruismskepticismmechanismdespotismdynamismorganismschismmagnetismhedonismegotismmysticismpessimism

Related words

hypnotismsuggestionphrenomesmerizationmesmerisationmesmeriseemesmeromaniahypnotization

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "mesmerism"?▾

"Mesmerism" has 3 syllables: mesm · er · ism.

What is the IPA transcription of "mesmerism"?▾

The IPA transcription of "mesmerism" is /ˈmɛzməˌɹɪzəm/.

What does "mesmerism" mean?▾

Mesmerism: The method or power of gaining control over someone's personality or actions, as in hypnosis or suggestion.

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